ALBI – Cathédrale Saint Cecile – Patrimoine Mondial de l’UNESCO

Albi Cathedral, formally the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Cecilia (French: Basilique Cathé drale Sainte-Cé cile d’Albi), is the most important Catholic building in Albi, France, and the seat of the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Albi. First built as a fortress in the aftermath of the Albigensian Crusade; begun in 1287 and under construction for 200 years, it is claimed to be the largest brick building in the world. In 2010 the cathedral was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Release Dates

2012, 2016

Features

  • Coin Alloy Name: Nordic Gold
  • Coin Alloy Color: old gold
  • Coin Diameter: 34
  • Coin Thickness: 2,50
  • Coin Edge: serrated, fine
  • City: ALBI
  • Country: France
  • Available: yes
  • Location: ALBI, France